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5 (New!) Ways to Top Avocado Toast
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5 (New!) Ways to Top Avocado Toast

From salsa verde to toasted nuts, here are 5 creative ways to mix up your avocado toast
The Best Juicer You Can Buy Is Surprisingly Affordable
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The Best Juicer You Can Buy Is Surprisingly Affordable

We put at-home juicers through the BA Test Kitchen gauntlet to find the best.
Baking 1-2-3: The Art of the Bûche de Noël
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Baking 1-2-3: The Art of the Bûche de Noël

In her new column, Baking 1-2-3, Bon Appétit associate food editor Claire Saffitz explains how to make a classic Bûche de Noël.
How to Make Energy Bars at Home (Video)
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How to Make Energy Bars at Home (Video)

Making your own energy bars is easy—watch this video to learn how.
How to Make 5-Grain Porridge at Home
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How to Make 5-Grain Porridge at Home

Whole grain porridge is our choice for a hearty breakfast—this video shows you how to make it at home.
5 Veggie Recipes to Make in the Dead of Winter (Video)
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5 Veggie Recipes to Make in the Dead of Winter (Video)

Winter vegetables get a whole new look with these five healthy recipes.
How to Decorate Holiday Cookies Like a Pro
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How to Decorate Holiday Cookies Like a Pro

Holiday cookie decorating 101: Everything you know for cookies that look as good as they taste.
Toast Is Still Happening. Get on the Train.
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Toast Is Still Happening. Get on the Train.

The rise of "toast" as a food group may sound silly, but trust us: There's no better (or easier) way to show off seriously fresh, vibrant ingredients. If you ask us, it's the best thing since, well, you know...
How to Make Crispy, Crunchy, Golden-Brown Latkes
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How to Make Crispy, Crunchy, Golden-Brown Latkes

Nobody likes a soggy latke. Make yours crispy, crunchy, and golden brown with the tips in this video.
How to Make Even Better Stovetop Popcorn
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How to Make Even Better Stovetop Popcorn

Stovetop popcorn is good. Bacon fat stovetop popcorn is better.
Bar Behavior Common Mistakes Avoid: How to Be Your Bartender’s Favorite Customer
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Bar Behavior Common Mistakes Avoid: How to Be Your Bartender’s Favorite Customer

Don't be that guy: This bad bar behavior will place you on any bouncer's naughty list.
Yes, It's Possible to Make a 30-Minute Mole
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Yes, It's Possible to Make a 30-Minute Mole

Don't be frightened off by mole negro's 30-odd ingredients: You too can cook a weeknight mole by keeping these tips in mind
How to Buy Groceries: Supermarket Shopping 101
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How to Buy Groceries: Supermarket Shopping 101

We take you from the front door to the checkout aisle of the typical supermarket to help you buy (and not buy) food the right way
Whip it Real Good: How to Make Whipped Cream at Home
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Whip it Real Good: How to Make Whipped Cream at Home

Making homemade whipped cream is easy—just don't make these common mistakes!
How to Make Perfect Brittle
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How to Make Perfect Brittle

Learn how to make truly great brittle in this step-by-step video.
How to Cook Tacos Any Night of the Week, Without a Recipe
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How to Cook Tacos Any Night of the Week, Without a Recipe

Tacos aren't just for Tuesday. Here's how to pull together the perfect taco, using pantry staples and a little weeknight savvy
How to Make Lavender Shortbread, the Loveliest Holiday Dessert
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How to Make Lavender Shortbread, the Loveliest Holiday Dessert

These deceptively simple lavender shortbread wreaths will rule your next cookie swap.
How to Butterfly Your Holiday Roast
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How to Butterfly Your Holiday Roast

Butterflying may sound like a complicated technique, but it's actually quite easy to do. A simple three step guide.
Homemade Marinara Sauce Is Easy to Make&-If You Avoid These Common Mistakes
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Homemade Marinara Sauce Is Easy to Make—If You Avoid These Common Mistakes

Jarred marinara sauce can't hold a candle to the homemade version. Avoid these common mistakes and whip up a batch tonight.
5 Things You Can Do Now to Get Ready for Thanksgiving
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5 Things You Can Do Now to Get Ready for Thanksgiving

Why yes, you can start prepping for Thanksgiving a few weeks ahead of time (but don't panic).
Love Your Pan: What to Cook (and What Not to) in a Cast Iron
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Love Your Pan: What to Cook (and What Not to) in a Cast Iron

Steak is made for cast iron cooking. A bolognese? Not so much.
How to Get Your S*** Together in the Morning: Tips from An Early Bird
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How to Get Your S*** Together in the Morning: Tips from An Early Bird

Tips for getting your s*** together in the morning, from someone who (kinda) has it down.
Say No to Mush: Common Dried Bean Mistakes to Avoid
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Say No to Mush: Common Dried Bean Mistakes to Avoid

Dried beans are more cost-effective and tastier than the canned variety—here's how to cook 'em right.
Get Over Your Case of the Mondays with a Lazy, Awesome Dinner (Thanks, Leftovers!)
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Get Over Your Case of the Mondays with a Lazy, Awesome Dinner (Thanks, Leftovers!)

Mondays are the worst. At least you have dinner to look forward to—here's how to repurpose your weekend leftovers into something awesome.
Go Whole Bird: How to Roast a Thanksgiving Turkey
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Go Whole Bird: How to Roast a Thanksgiving Turkey

If you're gonna roast a Thanksgiving turkey, you're gonna want to do it right. Here's how.
How to Buy Food: The Psychology of the Supermarket
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How to Buy Food: The Psychology of the Supermarket

From the layout to the little old lady who hands out samples, we explain the psychological tricks the supermarket uses to get you to buy food you don't want
How to Make a Comforting Fall Soup&-Without a Recipe
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How to Make a Comforting Fall Soup—Without a Recipe

When the weather gets colder, we're all about these fall soup ideas—no recipe required.
Make the Mac and Cheese of Your Dreams by Avoiding These Common Mistakes
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Make the Mac and Cheese of Your Dreams by Avoiding These Common Mistakes

Homemade macaroni and cheese is way better than the boxed stuff—here's how to make the perfect batch.
In Defense of the Garlic Press
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In Defense of the Garlic Press

Dig out that old garlic press, and use it with pride!